Shelbyville Eagle

09/15/2026

Rosaline (Dusty) Marie Huber was born on May 12, 1942 in Carson Township, Fayette County. She earned her wings on August 26, 2026 in Tower Hill, Illinois.
Dusty was born to Harold and Lina Paradee and she had 9 siblings who all preceded her in death. The Paradee children were Bill, Ernie, Charlie, Mike, Henrietta, Eileen, Lavonne, Elizabeth, and Alice.
She spent many years with Harold and Leona Sanders who raised Dusty as their own. She attended and graduated from Pana High School. She was married to Arthur Hoehn in 1961 to 1980. Her seven children and their spouses mourn her passing: Greg and Melanie Hoehn (West Palm Beach, Fl), Steve and Carol Hoehn (Oconee, Il), Pat and Tina Hoehn (Loxahatchee, Fl), Terri Hoehn McKenzie, (Loxahatchee, Fl), Lisa Hoehn (Shelbyville,Il), Deanna and Pat Schmitz (Windsor,Ill), Phillip (Rusty) and Penny Hoehn (Palm Bay, Fl.). She started a girl’s softball league and was a Cub Scout Den mother with Troop 99 in Pana. Dusty attended beauty school in Taylorville and then opened Touch of Gold Beauty Shop.
Dusty loved spending time with her husband David Huber, children, sixteen grandchildren, thirty-five great grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren.
She met David Huber in 1979 and they were married on December 27, 1989.
Dusty went to Lakeland College and became a registered nurse. She worked and retired from Springfield Memorial Hospital .
Dusty and Dave made Tower Hill, Illinois their home and had a wonderful, loving relationship for forty-seven years. She loved her labs, quilting, gardening, canning, processing honey, crafting, painting, sluicing, crocheting, and vintage shopping.
Dusty had a big heart, great faith, large family, and a beautiful legacy.
There will be no formal visitation, funeral or graveside ceremony.
A celebration of Dusty’s life will be held at a future date yet to be announced. All of her friends and family will be welcome to celebrate what was a unique and wonderful 84 years.

09/14/2026

09/14/2026

Joan May West, 98, of Shelbyville, IL, formerly of Lakewood, IL, passed away at 4:35 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, in Heartland Senior Living, Neoga, IL.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville, IL with David Arnold and Donald “Satch” Thomas officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Shelbyville Community School District #4 for playground equipment at the new grade school. Send condolences at www.howeandyockey.com
Joan was born on May 9, 1928, in Decatur, IL, the daughter of John E. and Lourine (Sidwell) Chenoweth. She graduated from Argenta High School with the Class of 1946. After graduation, she studied nursing and met her future husband, Vernell West, and they were married on May 9, 1947. Together they shared 59 years of marriage. Joan was a great cook and her family always looked forward to her signature dish of beef and homemade noodles. Her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren all have treasured memories of special one-on-one moments they enjoyed with grandma. Joan especially enjoyed giving each family member an ornament with monogramed initials. Joan began a girls 4-H group for the Lakewood area and served as leader for many years. She was a member of the Lakewood Community Church.
She is survived by her children, Roger West (Linda) of Shelbyville, IL, Tina West (daughter-in-law) of Lakewood, IL, Gail West (family friend, Beth Butler) of Marion, IL, and Lori Gronek (Dave) of Urbandale, IA; sister, Carol McCartney of Pittsfield, IL: grandchildren, Derek West (Lori), Jennifer West, Jeremy West (Courtney), Brooke Hammond (Jake), Mike Gronek (Nicole), Caleb West (Maria), Matt Gronek (Dani), and Rachel Steffen (Wyatt); and great grandchildren, Nadia and Sabrina Gronek, Reece, Bryce, and Zac West, Lincoln and Nolan Steffen, Myles, Amelia, and Whyatt Hammond, Rose and Miriam West, Hazel and June Atkins, and Jacob Gronek.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Vernell West; son, Scott West, four brothers, Harold, Johnny, Michael, and Richard Chenoweth; two sisters, Doris Pagel and Vera Chenoweth; four sisters-in-law, Audrey West, Jacque Chenoweth, Joyce Chenoweth, and Thelma West; and three brothers -in-law, Herman Pagel, Lyle West, and Dale West.

09/10/2026

Louise Metzger, 95, of Shelbyville, IL, passed away at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, surrounded by family.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the First Christian Church in Shelbyville, IL, with Rev. James Bringman officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 am – noon in the church. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL. Casual attire is requested. Memorials may be given to First Christian Church in Shelbyville. Arrangements are by Howe & Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville, IL. Send condolences at www.howeandyockey.com
Louise was born on August 25, 1931, in Shelbyville, IL, the daughter of Dayton Doyt and Helen Merle (Apple) Wagner. She graduated from Shelbyville High School in the Class of 1949. She married James Frederick Metzger on January 20, 1951, and they had two children, Karen and Terry. Louise began working at Illinois Consolidated Telephone Company, and later worked for Sta-Rite, Wagner’s Market, Johnston’s IGA, and Lithia Springs Marina, all in Shelbyville. Louise and Jim moved to Mt. Zion where she worked at Mt. Zion State Bank and later retired from Millikin Bank in Decatur as an account manager. She found joy in cooking meals for her loved ones, especially preparing special lunches for her grandchildren and their friends. Louise was a member of the First Christian Church in Shelbyville, IL, where she was named Deaconess Emeritus and worked faithfully in the kitchen for church meals and funeral dinners. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Shelbyville.
Louise is survived by her son, Terry Metzger and wife Patti of Shelbyville, IL; daughter, Karen Lay of Shelbyville, IL; brother, Donald Wagner and wife Dicka of Forsyth, IL; sisters-in-law, Linda Wagner and Jeanne Broverman both of Shelbyville, IL, and Nancy Metzger of North Carolina; eight grandchildren, Clinton Lay, Jr. of Springfield, IL, Christopher Lay (Rosemary) of Roswell, GA, Chad Lay (Amy) of Assumption, IL, Jacob Metzger (Kris) of Shelbyville, IL, Zachary Metzger (Anne) of Cropseyville, NY, Derek Jackson (Rachel) of Herrick, IL, Stephen Bennett of Findlay, IL, and James Strowmatt (Dulcey) of Mattoon, IL; twenty-two great grandchildren; and nine great great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jim on December 29, 2001; brothers, James Wagner and Robert Wagner; sister, Marjorie Pierce; son-in-law, Clint Lay; grandson, Keith Lay; great grandson, Brendan Lay; and great great grandson, Cade Lay.

09/09/2026

Thomas Louis Rood, 74, of Shelbyville, IL, passed away at 2:13 pm, Monday, September 7, 2026, at home surrounded by family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Shelbyville, IL, with Father Pawel Augustyniak as Celebrant. Visitation will be from 5:00 -7:00 pm Friday, September 11th at Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville, IL. Burial will be in Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL. Memorials may be given to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or Main Street School/Library Reading Program.
Tom was born on September 26, 1951, in Highland, IL, the son of James Esau and Alma Felicitas (Capelle) Rood. He grew up in Troy, IL, graduating from TRIAD High School. At a young age, Tom became fascinated with birds, leading to 64 years of breeding, showing, and judging birds. Tom continued his education at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. He later earned his master’s degree from Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. Tom married Jane Marie Gilomen on April 23, 1971, and they were blessed with 55 years of marriage and two children, Lori and Thomas. Tom served the Shelbyville community for 34 years as a beloved elementary school teacher. Tom loved his family and enjoyed writing books for his grandchildren. He was also a talented art creator and collector. Tom found joy in traveling, reading, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Shelbyville.
Tom is survived by his wife, Jane; son, Thomas J. Rood and wife Dana of Oreana, IL; daughter, Lori Goodman and husband Aaron of Monticello, IL; brothers, James Rood and wife Shirley and Robert Rood and wife Pam all of Troy, IL; and four grandchildren, Katherine Goodman, Tyson Rood and wife Caitlyn, Holly Rood and Kylie Rood.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
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09/09/2026

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09/08/2026

Rosemary Bartels, 90, of Shelbyville, IL, formerly of Illiopolis, IL, passed away at 4:49 p.m. Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Villas of Holly Brook, Shelbyville, IL.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 10, 2026, in Howe & Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville, IL with Pastor Melissa Ebken officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Casual attire is requested. Burial will be in Mound Cemetery, Cowden, IL. Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Rosemary was born on March 17, 1936, in Cowden, IL, the daughter of Ralph and Edna (Jones) Thompson. Rosemary graduated from Cowden High School in the Class of 1953. She married John “Robert” Bartels on March 23, 1955, and they were blessed with three children, Debra, Donna and Michael. Rosemary and Robert enjoyed spending time with family at their cabin in northern Minnesota. Rosemary was a member of the Illiopolis Christian Church and an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. She loved to cook and will be remembered for her homemade noodles, peanut brittle, and Christmas candy.
Rosemary is survived by her daughters, Debra Lochbaum (Daniel) of Lakewood, IL and Donna McKenzie (Allen) of Springfield, IL; son, Michael Bartels of Shelbyville, IL; sister, Helen Prater of Decatur, IL; brothers, Don Thompson of Effingham, IL, Jim Thompson of Cowden, IL, Gene Thompson of Herrick, IL, Harvey Thompson (Ruth Ann) of Decatur, IL, John Thompson (Janet) of Cowden, IL, Dean Thompson (Jan) of Herrick, IL and Ed Thompson (Becki) of Cowden, IL; grandchildren, Jessica Gipson, Jill Park (Travis), Jared Lochbaum, Jennifer Gaul and Brian McKenzie; great grandchildren, Danielle Lochbaum, Elizabeth Jones (Grady), Madison Gipson, Dylan Park, Devin Park, Karson Park, Jason Gaul, James Gaul, Allaina Gaul, and Alexis Stover; and great great grandchildren, Oliver Jones, Myles Jones, Cole Cox, and Warren Park.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert on September 1, 2019; sisters, Shirley Hadley and Jane Seeley; and brothers, Joe Thompson, Bill Peifer and Charles Peifer.
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09/08/2026

John Junior Wittenberg, 81, of Strasburg, IL, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at his residence.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Strasburg, with visitation an hour before the service. Rev. Kene Whybrew officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 10th in the church. Burial will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Strasburg, IL. Memorials may be given to The Edie Jane Foundation or St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Arrangements are by Howe and Yockey Funeral Home in Strasburg.
John was born on November 11, 1944, in Strasburg, IL, the son of John E. and Edith (Pfeiffer) Wittenberg. He graduated from Stewardson-Strasburg High School and later from Eastern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in botany. He was a member of the Army National Guard. He was a lifetime farmer on the family farm in Strasburg. He married Judith “Judy” Ann Brumleve on August 21, 1971. They just celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Strasburg, the Gold Wing Motorcycle Club, and The Lincoln Lander’s RV Club. He was a former member on the Board of St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, Strasburg Lion’s Club, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Men’s Club, and helped organize the Veteran’s War Memorial in Strasburg.
John was a pretty adventurous guy in his younger days. A picture of him was found in his bible of him skydiving when he was 60! He also liked roller coasters and anything he could get in the air… airplaines, gyrocopters, ultralights, helicopters, some of which he built with his own two hands. John had many interests. He had a passion for flying, farming (alongside his son, Barry), camping, boating, going on motorcycle rides with his wife, Judy, and he thoroughly enjoyed his peace and quiet. What better place to be than up in the sky seeing all of God’s glory above and below or alone in the combine reaping the harvest of what they had sown. John and Judy spent their winters in Florida, which John cherished. John’s peace and quiet all came to a halt when the first of his nine grandkids were born, but oh, how he loved them all and they loved him. He didn’t say much, but when he did, we all would listen, and then probably laugh. He was a patient, kind, quiet and funny soul! He was a great husband, dad, papa, father-in-law and uncle who will be missed by those who knew and loved him. But as he said when he was in the hospital and had been asked (sometimes multiple times a day), “Do you know where you are?” He said, “I am in God’s hands!” He knew where he was, and he knew where he was going! And what a special place that is! The best part of it all is that he is reunited with his two smallest and best angels, Edie and Andrew, who we are pretty sure were the first ones in line to give him the biggest hugs ever, right behind Jesus!
John is survived by his wife, Judy, of Strasburg; son, John “Barry” (wife Courtney Hooten) Wittenberg of Strasburg; daughter, Sara (husband Kenneth) Hayes of Stewardson; 7 grandchildren: Jordan, Austin and Ellie Wittenberg and Hannah, Natalie, Samantha and Kendra Hayes; sisters-in-law; Kay Jansen of Effingham and Pat (Charlie) Brumleve of Effingham; brother-in-law; Don (Joan) Brumleve of Dieterich; and many nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother-in-law; Joe and Verena Brumleve; grandchildren; Edie and Andrew Wittenberg; sister-in-law; Mary Jo Schulte; and brothers-in-law; Gene Schulte and Jim Jansen.

09/08/2026

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